Windows XP is a very powerful operating system, but unfortunately a lot of the very useful functionality is hidden away.
These hidden gems can be unlocked by using the Windows XP Hidden Application Enabler. This great piece of freeware unlocks 43 hidden applications and adds them to the Start menu for easy accessiblity.
Applications that are unearthed include:
- Configuration Utility
- Task Manager
- Synchronization Manager
- Text to Speech Narrator
- Character Map (great for adding those checks and crosses to Powerpoint slides!)
- Dr Watson diagnosis
- System Monitor
To download Windows XP Hidden Application Enabler click here


The text to speech tool is sweet